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Introduction
The AJ-HD1200A multi-format digital video cassette
player is capable of playing not only all types of
materials ranging from HD (DVCPRO HD and
DVCPRO HD-LP) to SD (DVCPRO50, DVCPRO50P
and DVCPRO) recorded in the DVCPRO formats on
1/4-inch wide compact cassette tapes but also
consumer DV and DVCAM tapes.
A down-converter provided as a standard feature
verifies all tapes, whatever their format, using analog
composite output signals.
Furthermore, by installing an optional board, the unit
can be used as a recorder to record HD signals
(1080i/59.94 Hz, 1080i/50 Hz or 720p/59.94 Hz) in the
DVCPRO HD-LP format. In addition, 720/24p over
60p sources recorded using a variable frame rate
camera can be converted into 1080/24 PsF format
output signals to support cinema applications.
Similarly, 720/25p over 60p sources can be converted
into 1080/25 PsF or 576i format output signals.
Thanks to the incorporation of highly efficient digital
compression technology, the deteriorations in the
image and sound quality during dubbing are now
significantly reduced with this high image quality VTR.
The compact size and light weight of the unit enable it
to be carried around and mounted in a standard rack
with ease.
You can perform the unit’s settings interactively with
the on-screen menus displayed on the TV monitor.
Features
Compact size and light weight.
The unit has a width of 214 mm, a height of 132
mm, and a depth of 428 mm, and weighs only 7.9
kg.
Grips are also attached for easy carry.
Efficient installation in a rack
The unit’s width is one-half of 19 inches and its
height is 3U: this translates into greater saving of
installation space in a standard rack compared to
conventional models.
DVCPRO HD cassette tapes used
The unit uses 1/4-inch wide cassette tapes.
<Note>
When recording
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HD signals, use DVCPRO HD
cassettes.
High image quality
The unit achieves a high image quality by recording
4:2:2 HD component signals with a recording rate
(=100 Mbps) which is four times as high as that for
existing DVCPRO formats.
1080i or 720p, NTSC or PAL selectable
By switching the settings provided for the video
signal input (1080i/59.94 Hz or 720p/59.94 Hz) on
the setup menu, the unit can record
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and play back
the signals of the system selected.
The unit also supports the PAL mode. Playback of
1080i/50 Hz or PAL SD materials is enabled by
switching the setting on the system menu.
Frame rate conversion
When playing back a tape recorded at a frame rate
of 24 fps using a variable frame rate camera, the
tape’s signals can be converted to the 1080/24 PsF
format and output by selecting a menu item setting.
When playing back a tape recorded at a frame rate
of 25 fps, the tape’s signals can be converted to the
1080/25 PsF or 576i format and output.
<Notes>
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Use tapes that are shot with a variable frame
rate camera.
O
Do not use dubbed or edited tapes. The tape
control information may be lost, making it
impossible to convert the signals for playback.
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To convert a tape recorded using a frame rate
other than 24 (25) fps to the 1080/24 (25) PsF
format, use the frame rate converter (AJ-FRC27)
available as an optional accessory.
DVCPRO-compatible playback
In addition to DVCPRO HD-LP playback, the unit
can play back tapes recorded using the existing
DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50 and DVCPRO formats.
It can also play back consumer DV tapes (SP) and
DVCAM tapes.
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The unit’s recording function become operational
only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory)
or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has been
installed.
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